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Brahmanandam's first film was Sri Tatavataram Katha, second film was Satyagraham and third film was Aha Naa pellanta. Since then he has featured consistently in films every year. |
Brahmanandam's first film was Sri Tatavataram Katha, second film was Satyagraham and third film was Aha Naa pellanta. Since then he has featured consistently in films every year. |
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He has been awarded the [[Padma Shri]], India's fourth highest civilian award in 2009 by the [[Government of India]], He received an [[honorary doctorate]] by [[Acharya Nagarjuna University]] and the [[Nandi Award]] by the Government of [[Andhra Pradesh]] among others. |
He has been awarded the [[Padma Shri]], India's fourth highest civilian award in 2009 by the [[Government of India]], He received an [[honorary doctorate]] by [[Acharya Nagarjuna University]] and the [[Nandi Award]] by the Government of [[Andhra Pradesh]] among others. He is fat. HE is much better than Vadivelu. He is a big fan of Vivek Titus, a stunning Director. |
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==Television appearances== |
==Television appearances== |
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Brahmanandam Kanneganti | |
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| Born | Brahmanandam Kanneganti February 1, 1956[1] Sattenapalli, Guntur Dist, Andhra Pradesh, India |
| Other names | Bramhi |
| Years active | 1986-present |
| Spouse | Lakshmi |
| Children | Raja Goutham, Sid |
Brahmanandam Kanneganti (Telugu: బ్రహ్మానందం కన్నెగంటి; born 1 February 1956) is an Indian actor, commonly appearing in Telugu films. He was born to a Viswakarma, gold smith family. He holds Guinness World Record for acting in the most number of films in a single language. He was starred in over 900 films till date. He is noted for Physical comedy and Satire. He is one of the versatile indian actors in this genre.[2][3][4][5]
Career
On a visit to Hyderabad, Brahmanandam happened to accidentally meet writer Adi Vishnu who introduced him to MCV Sashidhar of DD. They started a serial called Pakapakalu. Adi Vishnu, Musicologist Raja and BV Pattabhi Ram recommended him to Jandhyala. Brahmanandam met Jandhyala and showed many of his skits. Jandhyala was very happy and appreciated Brahmanandam.
Brahmanandam's first film was Sri Tatavataram Katha, second film was Satyagraham and third film was Aha Naa pellanta. Since then he has featured consistently in films every year.
He has been awarded the Padma Shri, India's fourth highest civilian award in 2009 by the Government of India, He received an honorary doctorate by Acharya Nagarjuna University and the Nandi Award by the Government of Andhra Pradesh among others. He is fat. HE is much better than Vadivelu. He is a big fan of Vivek Titus, a stunning Director.
Television appearances
Brahmanandam forayed onto the small screen with the quiz show Brahmi 10 Lakh Show on iNews Channel. The show's format was similar to that of Kaun Banega Crorepati.
Filmography
Awards
- Filmfare Best Comedian Award (Telugu) - Manmadhudu (2002).
- Acharya Nagarjuna University awarded Brahmanandam an honorary doctorate award.
- In 2005, he was selected to receive the Allu Award, instituted in the memory of Allu Rama Lingaiah. On 1 October 2005, the award was presented to him at a function in Hyderabad. The award consists of a Swarna Kankanam (Gold bracelet), a citation and a souvenir.
- He earned a spot in the Guinness World Records for acting in 754 Telugu films in 20 years in 2007.[8]
- Filmfare Best Comedian Award (Telugu) - Dhee (2007).
- He was awarded the Nandi Award for Best Male Comedian for the 2008 film Ready.
- In January 2009, the Government of India bestowed the title of Padma Shri, fourth highest civilian award on Brahmanandam for his contributions to art.[9]
References
- ^ "Brahmanandam- Biography". chakpak.com. Retrieved 4 March 2011.
- ^ http://www.thehindu.com/life-and-style/metroplus/article2383392.ece
- ^ http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2011-05-18/regional/29555329_1_films-brahmanandam-nagarjuna
- ^ http://www.hindu.com/mp/2009/07/14/stories/2009071450290100.htm
- ^ http://www.jointscene.com/news/Actor-Brahmanandam-gets-paid-Rs.3Lakhs-as-his-daily-payment.../3488
- ^ http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/telugu/article/71667.html
- ^ http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/telugu/article/71642.html
- ^ "Guinness record for Brahmanandam". The Times of India. 15 December 2007. Retrieved 1 January 2008.
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External links
- http://www.ap7am.com/ap7am_show_detail_videos.php?newsid=42413
- http://www.idlebrain.com/news/functions/filmcritics-brahmanandam.html
- Brahmanandam at IMDb
- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LJZW96z9K1w
- Brahmanandam at TeluguComedy.com
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